Lemon Garlic Shrimp Sheet Pan Dinner

This lemon garlic shrimp sheet pan dinner combines tender shrimp and roasted broccoli with fresh garlic and lemon for an easy dinner that feels light but still satisfying. Everything finishes on the same sheet pan, and dinner is ready in about 35 minutes.

The broccoli goes into the oven first so it has time to roast and brown before the shrimp are added. The shrimp only need the final few minutes, which keeps them from sitting in the oven longer than they need to.

I like getting the shrimp seasoned while the broccoli roasts. By the time the broccoli is ready for the next step, the shrimp can go straight onto the pan and dinner is almost done.

Quick Success Tips

• Give the broccoli a head start. Roast it for 12 to 15 minutes before adding the shrimp.
• Spread the broccoli out. An even layer gives the florets room to roast.
• Pat the shrimp dry before seasoning. This helps the olive oil, garlic, lemon, salt, and pepper coat them evenly.
• Add the shrimp only near the end. They need 6 to 8 minutes, much less time than the broccoli.
• Start checking at 6 minutes. Remove the sheet pan when the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.
• Keep the finishing lemon optional. The shrimp already cook with lemon juice, so add another squeeze only when you want a brighter finish.

Why This Recipe Works

The broccoli and shrimp cook on the same sheet pan, but they go into the oven at different times.

Broccoli needs longer to soften and develop those browned edges, so it gets a 12 to 15 minute head start. The shrimp are added afterward and cook during the final 6 to 8 minutes.

Fresh garlic and lemon give the shrimp plenty of flavor without needing butter or a heavy sauce, while the Italian seasoning adds a simple herb flavor to the broccoli.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Ready in about 35 minutes
• Shrimp and broccoli cook on the same sheet pan
• Bright lemon garlic flavor
• No heavy sauce
• Broccoli gets browned while the shrimp stay tender
• Simple ingredients
• Four servings for an easy family dinner
• Minimal cleanup after dinner

Ingredients for Lemon Garlic Shrimp Sheet Pan Dinner

Find the exact amounts in the recipe card below.

For the Broccoli

Broccoli florets: Broccoli is the vegetable I use for this recipe. It can handle the first roasting time and still holds its texture while the shrimp finish cooking.

Olive oil: Helps the broccoli roast and brown.

Salt and black pepper: Season the broccoli before it goes into the oven.

Salt free Italian seasoning: Adds simple herb flavor without adding extra salt.

For the Shrimp

Large shrimp: Large shrimp work well because they only need a few minutes at the end of the broccoli roasting time.

Olive oil: Lightly coats the shrimp before roasting.

Fresh garlic: Gives the shrimp their garlic flavor without needing a separate sauce.

Fresh lemon juice: Adds the bright lemon flavor that defines the recipe.

Salt and black pepper: Season the shrimp before they go onto the sheet pan.

Optional for Serving

Fresh lemon juice: Add a squeeze after cooking when you want a little more lemon flavor.

How to Make Lemon Garlic Shrimp Sheet Pan Dinner

Roast the Broccoli

Preheat the oven to 425°F.

Add the broccoli florets to a large sheet pan.

Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.

Toss until evenly coated and spread the broccoli into an even layer.

Roast for 12 to 15 minutes.

Prepare the Shrimp

While the broccoli roasts, pat the shrimp dry.

Toss the shrimp with olive oil, fresh garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Finish the Sheet Pan Dinner

Remove the sheet pan from the oven.

Add the shrimp to the pan in a single layer around the broccoli.

Return the pan to the oven and roast for 6 to 8 minutes, until the shrimp are opaque and cooked through.

Start checking at 6 minutes so the shrimp do not stay in the oven longer than necessary.

Finish with an optional squeeze of fresh lemon juice and serve.

Why the Broccoli Roasts First

Broccoli takes longer to roast than shrimp.

Starting the broccoli first gives it time to soften and brown before the shrimp are added.

Once the shrimp go onto the pan, everything only needs another 6 to 8 minutes. This keeps the broccoli from being undercooked and the shrimp from staying in the oven too long.

Helpful Tips

• Cut the broccoli into similar sized florets so it roasts evenly.
• Keep the broccoli in one layer instead of piling it in the center of the pan.
• Completely thaw frozen shrimp before using them.
• Have the shrimp seasoned before the broccoli finishes its first roasting time.
• Spread the shrimp around the broccoli instead of stacking them.
• Fresh lemon juice gives this recipe its brightest flavor.
• Serve the optional finishing lemon at the table so everyone can add more if they want it.

What to Serve With Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli

The shrimp and broccoli already make an easy dinner on their own.

When you want something more filling, serve them with rice or quinoa. Instant Pot Brown Rice is an easy option when you want rice on the side.

Instant Pot Brown Rice is an easy option when you want rice on the side.

You can also add warm bread or a simple salad when that works better for dinner.

Storage and Reheating

Store leftover shrimp and broccoli in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

For the best texture, use the shrimp within 2 days.

Reheat gently just until warmed through. The shrimp are already cooked, so they do not need much additional heat.

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